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Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

Regain Chevet / hi fi cabinet
By Maison Regain
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Regain Chevet / hi fi cabinet Regain - Haueusler Aquitaine Model Massive orme 1981 2 double-sided
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1980s French Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Wood

Vintage Regain Chevet / hi fi cabinet
Regain Chevet / hi fi cabinet
$701
H 22.45 in W 34.26 in D 16.15 in
Danish Side or Hi Fi Cabinet, Teck, Typical of the 1950s, Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
Little cabinet with one vertical door and one horizontal door. Made circa 1950. Teck. Made in
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1950s Danish Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Brass

1950's Design Hi Fi Record Player Cabinet by Manufrance
By ManuFrance
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern French Design Hi Fi Record Player Cabinet by Manufrance. Made in France
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Formica, Beech

Vintage 1950's Design Hi Fi Record Player Cabinet by Manufrance
1950's Design Hi Fi Record Player Cabinet by Manufrance
$1,235 Sale Price
20% Off
H 20.28 in W 31.5 in D 16.93 in
Vintage Postmodern Black Laminate Hi-Fi Stereo Receiver W Cd Storage System
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Postmodern Black Laminate Wood & Metal Hi-Fi Stereo Receiver Rack with CD Storing System
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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Laminate

Meuble Hi Fi "AKAI cube" PB Design en mélaminé blanc Circa1980 Vintage Space Age
By Industrial Design
Located in London, England
Meuble Hi-Fi AKAI CUBE de PB design. Fabriqué dans les années 1980, conçu avec une étagère à
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1980s Japanese Futurist Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Other

Meuble Hi Fi "AKAI cube" PB Design en mélaminé blanc Circa1980 Vintage Space Age
Meuble Hi Fi "AKAI cube" PB Design en mélaminé blanc Circa1980 Vintage Space Age
$1,235 Sale Price
20% Off
H 34.65 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in

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One Off Custom Desk and Vintage Hi-Fi Entertainment Unit by Samson Berman
By Samson Berman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One Off Custom Desk with Original Stereo and Turn Table Designed by 1950s New York Based Interior Designer Samson Berman. The Top Two Sections Rotate and Hide a Space for a TV. Each ...
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1960s American Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Rosewood, Birch

George Nelson BCS Hi-Fi Cabinet for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Vintage BCS (Basic Cabinet Series) Hi-Fi cabinet designed by George Nelson in 1947 (hence the model
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Mid-20th Century Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Mahogany

George Nelson Thin Edge Line Hi-Fi Cabinet in Walnut
By George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
Rare and iconic George Nelson famous Thin Edge Line Hi Fi cabinet in Walnut, produced by Herman
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Aluminum

Danish Modern Arne Vodder Teak Hi-Fi Cabinet with Tambour Door
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Sacramento, CA
Danish Modern teak hi-fi cabinet by Arne Vodder for Sibast. This piece features a distinctive
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Teak

USM Haller Hi Fi Cabinet, Black
By Usm Haller
Located in Santa Fe, NM
USM Haller Cabinet 1980's. An original! Set up for Hi Fi use maintaining 4 shelves that could
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1980s American Post-Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Metal

USM Haller Hi Fi Cabinet, Black
USM Haller Hi Fi Cabinet, Black
H 53.5 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Late 1970s Mid-Century Modern G-Plan Hi-Fi Cabinet Unit
By G-Plan
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A lovely G-Plan Hi Fi unit in almost as new condition, very well looked after. A great addition to
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Glass, Teak

1960s Danish Vinyl LP Hi-Fi Cabinet in Brazilian Rosewood and Brass
By Hundevad & Co., Poul Hundevad
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Beautiful petite Danish cabinet, fully functional, smooth level door swing. Original skelton key
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Brass

Thin Edge HI-FI Console by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Thin Edge series hi-fi cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller
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1960s American Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Steel

Art Deco Hi Fi Bar Cocktail Cabinet, Burr Walnut, France, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Cocktail Hi Fi cabinet Art Deco, French, circa 1930 The two middle doors are sliding Burr walnut
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1930s French Art Deco Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

Danish Modern Teak Cabinet by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
. Drawer in solid teak and beech with visible finger joints. Also very suitable as a Hi-Fi cabinet. Good
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Teak

Arne Vodder Teak Hifi Cabinet with Tambour door
By Arne Vodder
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
A rare and imposing Hi-Fi cabinet from the 1950s by famed Danish designer, Arne Vodder. Made by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Teak

Vintage Bang and Olufsen Rosewood HiFi Cabinet Media Table
By Jacob Jensen, Bang & Olufsen
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Here is a vintage Bang and Olufsen rosewood hi-fi cabinet designed by Jacob Jensen. Made in Denmark
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Rosewood

Vintage Burr Walnut TV Plasma Hi Fi Stereo Cabinet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are so excited to present to you this Beautiful Burr Walnut Tv Cabinet. A very well made and
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20th Century British Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Hi-Fi Stereo Cabinet
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare Mid-Century Modern Hi-Fi stereo console or cabinet By Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Brass

Vintage Chest of Drawers Looking Walnut TV Plasma Hi Fi Stereo Cabinet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are so excited to present to you this Beautiful Walnut Tv Cabinet. A very well-made and good
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20th Century British Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

Mid-century open Sideboard, shelving bookcase hi-fi 1950s robin day conran style
By Charles and Ray Eames, Robin Day
Located in London, GB
character. A beautiful peice, this works well as a general display unit and is perfect for hi-fi equipment
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Metal

Adalberto dal Lago Batman Stereophonic Hi-Fi for Giuseppe Rossi d'Albizzate 1970
By Adalberto Dal Lago, Adam Tihany, Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Batman Hi-fi stereophonic system with structure in black lacquered wood and brushed stainless steel
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Steel

Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen
By Jacob Jensen
Located in London, Lambeth
Stunning mid century rosewood and steel hi fi storage cabinet by Jacob Jensen for Bang and Olufsen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Macassar

Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen
Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen
H 24.02 in W 28.35 in D 13.39 in
Rare Danish Teak Console Sideboard By Arne Vodder for Sibast
Located in Peabody, MA
. Fitted as a hi-fi stereo cabinet. Top features drop-in element to accommodate turntable. Tambour doors
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1960s Danish Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Teak, Cane

Regain Chevet / hi fi cabinet
By Maison Regain
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Regain Chevet / hi fi cabinet Regain - Haueusler Aquitaine Model massive elm 1981 2 double-sided
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1980s French Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Wood

Regain Chevet / hi fi cabinet
Regain Chevet / hi fi cabinet
H 22.45 in W 22.45 in D 16.54 in
Italian Mahogany Hi-Fi Cabinet, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
This hi-fi cabinet was designed and produced in Italy in the 1960s. It is made from mahogany.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Brass

Italian Mahogany Hi-Fi Cabinet, 1960s
Italian Mahogany Hi-Fi Cabinet, 1960s
H 33.27 in W 34.65 in D 15.36 in
French Hi Fi Cabinet Vinyl Storage & Record Player Storage Desk Storage c 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Hi Fi cabinet with a part for the storage of a record player and many drawers to store vinyl
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Brass

1960’s Bramin ‘System 160’ modular Hi-Fi cabinet
By Bramin Mobler, Sven Ellekaer
Located in Bern, CH
1960’s Bramin ‘System 160’ modular stereo cabinet / storage system. Designed by Sven Ellekaer
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Teak

Jacob Jensen for Bang and Olufsen MC30 Hi-Fi Cabinet in Rosewood
By Bang & Olufsen, Jacob Jensen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vintage cabinet, model MC30, for storing hi-fi equipment. Made by Bang & Olufsen and designed by
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Rosewood

Jens Risom Style Mid-Century Modern Walnut Hi-Fi Cabinet Media Credenza
By Foster-McDavid, Jens Risom
Located in Chattanooga, TN
core. This is a fully restored Mid-Century Modern American made walnut HI-FI stereo cabinet. The simple
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

1970's Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen Audio / Hi-Fi Cabinet in Rosewood
By Bang & Olufsen, Jacob Jensen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Palisander audio cabinet in combination with stainless steel. It's a absolutely
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1970s Danish Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Palisander

Art Deco Hi Fi Bar Cocktail Cabinet, Burr Exotic Wood & Chrome France, c. 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Cocktail Hi Fi cabinet Art Deco, French, circa 1930 The two middle doors are sliding Burr exotic
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1930s French Art Deco Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

Adalberto dal Lago Batman Stereophonic Hi-Fi Bar for Giuseppe Rossi, 1970
By Adalberto Dal Lago, Adam Tihany, Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Extremely rare music sideboard with a refrigerated bar designed by Adalberto Dal Lago and Adam Tihany for Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate, 1974, Italy. Turntable, 8 track cassette, radio...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Steel

1960's Bar - Hi-Fi Cabinet attributed to Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in London, GB
Bar / Hi-Fi Cabinet attributed to Gianfranco Frattini the cabinet seat on a rotating base
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1960s Italian Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Wood

HI FI CABINET BY GEORGE NELSON FOR HERMAN MILLER
Located in New York, NY
Walnut with ebonized legs. Original hardware And fabric speaker cover
Dimensions: 56 ¼ in w X 18 ½ in d X 29 ¾ in High.
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1950s American Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

Jacob Jensen for Bang and Olufsen MC40 Audio of Hi-Fi Cabinet in Oak, Denmark
By Bang & Olufsen, Jacob Jensen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Vintage cabinet, model MC40, for storing hi-fi equipment. Made by Bang & Olufsen and designed by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Metal

Rosewood stereo cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Beautiful rosewood hi-fi cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Hipster-ready -- put
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Chrome

Arne Vodder Teak Tambour Door Hi-Fi Unit Credenza
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Ready to be customized with your hi-fi goodies Top features drop-in element to accommodate
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1960s Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Teak

Danish Modern Cabinet
Located in Hudson, NY
Hi-Fi/stereo cabinet by Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen in rosewood with brass legs
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1960s Danish Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

Danish Modern Cabinet
Danish Modern Cabinet
H 24.81 in W 33.86 in D 16.15 in
Claro Walnut and brass large scale media cabinet
Located in West Hollywood, CA
believe this set was commissioned in the 60's for use with electronics / HI-FI. The large cabinet is
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1960s American Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

Claro Walnut wall mounted cabinet/desk with three drawers
Located in Hollywood, CA
electronics/HI-FI. The large cabinet is extra deep and would be excellent for a flat screen unlike most older
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1960s American Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

Claro Walnut wall mounted cabinet with two sliding doors
Located in Hollywood, CA
60's for use with electronics / HI-FI. The large cabinet is extra deep and would be excellent for a
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1960s American Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

Claro Walnut wall mounted cabinet with four sliding doors
Located in Hollywood, CA
60's for use with electronics/HI-FI. The large cabinet is extra deep and would be excellent for a
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1960s American Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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By Prisunic, Marc Held
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Fiberglass

Marc Held for Prisunic Molded Fiberglass Bed, c. 1966
Marc Held for Prisunic Molded Fiberglass Bed, c. 1966
$5,500 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 15 in W 91 in D 82.5 in
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Record Cabinet or Credenza
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Danish teak and oak cabinet designed in 1952 by Danish great, Børge Mogensen. Two pull out doors with brass hinges featuring trademark Mogensen solid teak handle pulls, revea...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Oak, Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Record Cabinet or Credenza
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Record Cabinet or Credenza
$1,836 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31 in W 39.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Adjustable Wall Unit with Shelves and Cabinets
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adjustable wall unit, teak, coated steel, brass, Italy, 1950s Behold this exquisite multifunctional design from Italy, a testament to the mid-century modern design ethos of the 1950...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Brass, Steel

Mid Century Vintage Magnavox Record Changer Stereo Console
By RCA Victor
Located in East Freetown, MA
Vintage walnut Magnavox mid-century record changer stereo console with speakers, AM-FM radio, storage area and turntable with single or multi record play ability.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

Mid Century Vintage Magnavox Record Changer Stereo Console
Mid Century Vintage Magnavox Record Changer Stereo Console
$879 Sale Price
54% Off
H 28 in W 49.5 in D 18 in
Regain / Roland Haeusler Petit Meuble "Bibus"
By Maison Regain
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Regain / Roland Haeusler Petit meuble "Bibus" Collection Poitou Orme massif 3 étagères Measures: 58 x 29 x 72 cms 390 euros.   
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1970s French Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Wood

Italian Radiophonograph RR126 and Record Player by Castiglioni, Brionvega 1960s
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Brionvega
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Radiophonograph RR126 and Record Player by Castiglioni Brothers for Brionvega, 1960s. RR126 radio phonograph and turntable with a rectangular wooden base with dark brown prof...
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1960s Italian Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Metal

Vintage Record Cabinet from Supraphon, 1959
Located in Żory, PL
Record cabinet made by Supraphon in 1959.The cabinet has been restored and is in very good condition. The turntable has not been checked, it is not known if it works. Please send us ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Glass, Wood

Vintage Record Cabinet from Supraphon, 1959
Vintage Record Cabinet from Supraphon, 1959
$1,176
H 29.93 in W 15.75 in D 39.38 in
Corbu Bedside Table by DeMuro Das in Charcoal Carta and Solid Walnut
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the graphic motifs of Le Corbusier's mural paintings, the solid form of the Corbu bedside table is defined by rhythmically placed handles. Architectural legs lend support...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Walnut Bar Cabinet with 2 Stools, Italy, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Brass and walnut bar cabinet with 2 stools, Italy, 1950s. Set consisting of two stools in brass and skai, counter and shelf in wood, brass and glass, the brass has been polished, as ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Walnut Bar Cabinet with 2 Stools, Italy, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Walnut Bar Cabinet with 2 Stools, Italy, 1950s
$6,177 Sale Price
20% Off
H 67.33 in W 54.34 in D 41.34 in
1950's Italian Bar, Back Bar and Pair of Brass Bar Stools
By Gio Ponti, Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Hanover, MA
***SUMMER SALE*** 1950's Italian standing bar, back bar and pair of brass three legged bar stools. Standing bar has three open cabinets in satin finished palisander veneer held alof...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Brass

1950's Italian Bar, Back Bar and Pair of Brass Bar Stools
1950's Italian Bar, Back Bar and Pair of Brass Bar Stools
$10,125 Sale Price
25% Off
H 44 in W 61 in D 28 in
HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
This bench is the ideal solution to having records sitting all over your house and no place to sit. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Mode...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Removable Shelf Steel Framed
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Removable Shelf Steel Framed George Nelson in Style of. Dimensions. 30 W 18 D ; 30 H.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Steel

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Removable Shelf Steel Framed
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Removable Shelf Steel Framed
$1,436 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30 in W 30 in D 18 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Dresser Removable Shelf Steel Framed
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Dresser Removable Shelf Steel Framed George Nelson in Style of. Dimensions. 60 W 18 D ; 30 H.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Steel

Pete Deeble Hifi Vinyl Lp Storage Bench Stereo Cabinet Mid-Century Modern Walnut
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
This bench is the ideal solution to having records sitting all over your house and no place to sit. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Mode...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

Classic Modern Hi-Fi Stereo Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Buffet
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Walnut

Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal
By Müller Möbelfabrikation
Located in Tilburg, NL
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage

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Metal

Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal
Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal
$4,239 / item
H 40.56 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in
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Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic hi fi cabinet vintage available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, every hi fi cabinet vintage was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a hi fi cabinet vintage — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A hi fi cabinet vintage is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Bang & Olufsen, Jacob Jensen and George Nelson each produced at least one beautiful hi fi cabinet vintage that is worth considering.

How Much is a Hi Fi Cabinet Vintage?

A hi fi cabinet vintage can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,525, while the lowest priced sells for $501 and the highest can go for as much as $9,995.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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